Local supply and market context for residential assisted living in Dothan.
Updated July 2026
Dothan, AL has 6 licensed assisted living homes (182 beds, averaging 30.3 per home). It sits in Houston County, a strong RAL market scoring 8.9/10, with 8,289 seniors 75+ growing 10.6%.
Licensed homes
6
Dothan
Licensed beds
182
total
Avg home size
30.3 beds
per home
County opportunity
8.9/10
Strong
The Dothan assisted living market
Dothan has 6 licensed assisted living homes totaling 182 beds — an average of 30.3 beds per home, skewing toward larger communities. As part of Houston County, it draws on a 75+ population of 8,289 growing 10.6%, with a senior median income of $47,091. See the full Houston County market or all Alabama top markets.
Frequently asked questions
How many assisted living homes are in Dothan, AL?
Dothan has 6 licensed assisted living homes with about 182 total beds.
Is Dothan a good place to open an assisted living home?
Dothan is in Houston County, which scores 8.9/10 (Strong) on RAL Market Scout; its 75+ population is growing 10.6%. Current local supply is 6 homes.
What county is Dothan in?
Dothan is in Houston County, Alabama.
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Sources: Home and bed counts from the Alabama licensing roster (RAL Market Scout pipeline). County demand, growth, and income from U.S. Census ACS. Snapshot: 2026-07. Informational only — not legal, financial, or investment advice.